Cohiba Spectre 2025 Release Showcases Two Firsts: Criollo 98 and Travel Humidor

Cohiba tells BourbonBlog.com that the Cohiba Spectre 2025 is being released and will arrive as a declaration of excellence, crafted not just for the aficionado, but for those who expect the exceptional.

Spectre 2025 marks two firsts for the series: it features a custom travel humidor—a first of its kind for any Spectre release—and introduces Criollo 98 from Mao, used here for the very first time in a Cohiba cigar.

This year’s release continues the brand’s tradition of pushing the limits of luxury, pairing rare tobaccos with an uncompromising presentation.

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Cohiba Spectre: About the Cigar

At the heart of Spectre 2025 is a remarkable blend shaped by time, soil, and tradition:

Wrapper
Havana Connecticut 2017 (USA)

Binder
San Andrés (Mexico)

Filler
Criollo 98 Ligero & Seco (Mao, Dominican Republic)
San Andrés (Mexico)
Vuelta Abajo Viso & Seco (Cuba)

A key highlight is the debut use of Criollo 98 from Mao, never before featured in a Cohiba cigar. This rare leaf contributes depth, structure, and a rich evolution of flavor throughout the smoke.

Size & format
Frontmark: Toro
Dimensions: 6 x 52

Each cigar is handcrafted by a single rolling and bunching team, a meticulous practice designed to maintain flawless quality and consistency across every stick.

The experience: presentation & preservation

Spectre 2025 is as much a showpiece as it is a cigar.

A handcrafted wooden case opens to reveal 10 individually sealed metal tubes, each housing a cigar with its own built-in humidity pack for optimal preservation. A custom travel humidor is included with every box, reinforcing its identity as a collectible designed for display and mobility.

Limited edition luxury

Spectre is Cohiba’s answer to those who savor absolute perfection.

Each year’s blend is distinct, and each edition is produced in strictly limited quantities. This isn’t mass production—it’s art, in smokeable form.

The Cohiba Spectre 2025 stands as a tribute to craftsmanship, patience, and bold innovation.